The parliamentary elections in Iraq has been finalized, despite some
terrorist attacks and claims of irregularity throughout the country. We
wish that the election results will bring the best to the brotherly people
of Iraq who have been suffering from great pain and distress for many
years.

It is important that those irregularity allegations be investigated by the
Independent High Electoral Commission of Iraq for the establishment of
legitimacy of the election results.

Attaching great importance to the preservation of political unity and
territorial integrity of Iraq, Turkey believes that the formation of a
government that would embrace all segments of the Iraqi people will be
essential to successfully overcoming the formidable challenges ahead, such
as fight against terrorism, re-construction and social re-conciliation. It
will also have positive implications on the security and stability of our
region.